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“However, we still have a significant journey ahead, to raise more funds to deliver the design and the full restoration.

“This is what the hard work over the last four years has been about; restoring the building and ensuring it continues to be an asset owned by the community for the community.”

She added that there was still a long way to go before the dispensary reopens.

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“We are on our way to creating a space that will make a huge contribution to health and wellbeing of Ancoats community and the local economy,” she added.

“We’re so thankful to the people and businesses that have given their precious time and money to help us reach this point.

“So, if you’re interested in heritage, your local community, or just want to get involved, we invite you to come on board in whatever way you can - we’ve still a long way to go until those doors open.”

The campaign to restore the site was saved when an anonymous donor swooped in with a last-minute £28,000 donation.